[2025 Shanghai ] Travel Guide for Shanghai Baoli Da Theater (Updated May)

I came to see a show at the Shanghai Poly Grand Theater today and arrived early to explore Yuanxiang Lake. With its beautiful scenery and world-class architecture and art, it's the perfect weekend getaway. 🌊Yuanxiang Lake: An Ecological Pearl in Western Shanghai Yuanxiang Lake is the central landscape of Jiading New City and the largest artificial lake in western Shanghai. The lake covers a vast area. When viewed from above, it resembles the Chinese character for "sea," echoing the character for "above" formed by the Shanghai International Circuit, together signifying "Shanghai." 🌸A Lakeside Stroll: Enjoying the Scenery Stroll along the lakeside path, where the clear, sparkling water meets the lush greenery along the shore. The scenery is truly delightful. There are also waterfront boardwalks and elevated walkways where you can experience the tranquility of the lake up close. 🌸Children's Play Area: A Paradise for Kids The children's play area at Yuanxiang Lake is a favorite among kids, with sandpits, swings, climbing equipment, and more. Kids can have a blast here. You'll also see many families picnicking and camping on the lakeside lawn—a perfect spot for a family outing. 🎭Shanghai Poly Grand Theater: A Perfect Fusion of Architecture and Art The Shanghai Poly Grand Theater, located on the banks of Yuanxiang Lake, was designed by renowned architect Tadao Ando. The theater's exterior features fair-faced concrete and glass curtain walls, creating a simple yet modern look. 🌟Architectural Highlights: The Charm of Fair-faced Concrete The theater building itself is a work of art. From the hollow staircase and shimmering water stage to the entrance hall that changes with the light, every corner is Instagram-worthy! 🚗Getting There: Easy Access The Poly Grand Theater is easily accessible. You can take Metro Line 11 to Jiading New City Station and then transfer to a bus to Yuanxiang Lake. If you're coming for a show, driving and parking at the theater is convenient, but arrive early to avoid long queues, which might make you late for the performance. 📸Recommended Photo Spots 1. Yuanxiang Lake: Capture stunning photos of the lake, trees, and blue sky. 2. Poly Grand Theater Water Stage: The interplay of architecture and water creates a picturesque scene. 3. Children's Play Area: Capture heartwarming moments of children playing on the equipment.

Off-the-beaten-path cherry blossom haven: Jiading Poly Grand Theatre Address: No. 159, Baiyin Road, Jiading District Jiading Poly Grand Theatre, located next to Yuanxiang Lake, is a hidden gem for cherry blossom enthusiasts tucked away in a corner. There are several cherry blossom groves. Not many people visit on Sundays, making it feel like stepping into an isolated fairyland, with cherry blossoms like clouds and snow, fluttering in the spring breeze, each petal telling a story of spring. Every corner is a great spot for taking photos and checking in. Whether it's the plaza in front of the theatre or the corridors inside, the silhouettes and smiling faces under the cherry trees are captured into the most beautiful scenes. The cherry blossoms at Jiading Poly Grand Theatre are different from the hustle and bustle of other places. They possess a serene beauty. If you are also tired of the crowded cherry blossom hotspots, why not come to Jiading Poly Grand Theatre and find your own cherry blossom paradise. Here, you will find the peace and romance you desire.

Shanghai's scenery on the weekend is as beautiful as a painting, and the lack of crowds is unbelievable. I once thought that all tourist spots labeled as 'Internet-famous' were inevitably reduced to crowded assembly lines for people to check in. That was until I visited Jiading New City. It turns out that even Internet-famous spots can maintain their original tranquility and vitality. If you want to spend a weekend enjoying the scenery without being disturbed by crowds, I recommend this hidden gem route: Shanghai Poly Grand Theatre - Jiading Library - Yuanxiang Lake Park These three places are all within walking distance. You can appreciate the cultural architecture as well as enjoy the natural lake scenery, and the key point is that there really aren't many people. It's a blessing for those who prefer solitude! The Poly Grand Theatre is a work of the 'poet of reinforced concrete,' Tadao Ando, and it is the first theater in China to have a water stage. It is built over the water, merging with Yuanxiang Lake, offering a great sense of space. When taking photos, you can use the reflection on the water for composition, resulting in a high-class feel in the pictures! Jiading Library is known as 'Shanghai's most beautiful library,' has won many awards in the design field, and has been selected as 'the world's best public library.' To enter the library, you need to make a reservation with a Shanghai Reader's Card. However, in this season, sitting outside on a bench with a cup of coffee and a book is also quite pleasant~ What's more important is that the library is entirely surrounded by water and glass mirrors, which makes for excellent photo opportunities! Yuanxiang Lake needs no further introduction; it has both water and forests, and when you're tired of buildings, you can enjoy the natural beauty.

After waiting for a month, I finally got to visit! Shanghai Poly Grand Theatre is the work of Tadao Ando. All works of this architectural master are unforgettable to those who have seen them. The non-public area of ​​the theater is only open for four hours a month. No reservation is required on public opening days, you can just go there. 💛Don’t be like me and arrive at 12 noon, so I can’t finish taking pictures! During these precious four hours, there will be a dedicated person to lead the tour every half hour (on the hour/halfway point). The elevator in the center of the theater is a highlight and the visual effect is great. 1️⃣Tickets: Free 2️⃣Address📍: Shanghai Poly Theater, No. 159 Baiyin Road, Jiading District, Shanghai 3️⃣Public Open Day⏰: 10-14 o'clock on the second Sunday of each month, all channels will be closed on time at 14 o'clock 4️⃣ Suitable location for taking photos📷: 1. The elevator in the center of the theater 2. Curved terrace area on the 3rd floor 3. Take a bird's-eye view and a bird's-eye view of the aerial fence in the center of the theater on the 4th floor. It is said that if the light is good, you can see the wooden wall with stars above your head showing smiling faces😊 4. Overlooking the entire Yuanxiang Lake from the outdoor stairs 5. Outdoor 2nd floor water theater 5️⃣ Things to do nearby: 1. Yuanxiang Lake✔️ Features: ① There is a popular water mist channel for taking photos; ② You can take photos of the Poly Theater and its reflection from the bridge in the park; ③ The lotus flowers in the park are about to bloom, and many people come to camp and fish; ④ A good place for walking children, with a children's playground 2. Jiading Library✔️ 6️⃣Other Tips: There is a free locker in the cloakroom at the entrance of Building 1 on the first floor. The indoor air conditioning is 22 degrees in summer.

There are no difficult jobs, only brave dogs! Large-scale live love scene, if it's to see you, it must be running! American original, it's really really really alike, the actors extremely restore the animated characters, the two mayors are like characters walking out of the animation, and the dubbing is absolutely unique. American original, there are Chinese and English, pay special attention before purchasing, buy as needed, don't buy the wrong one. Energetic actors, joyful interactive stage atmosphere, immersive experience of the charm of the stage play, children really really like it. ⏰Duration: 1 hour Divided into two parts, each half an hour, 15 minutes intermission in the middle, this is more friendly to children. You can stroll around the door during the break, check in to participate in activities to receive gifts. There are also some Paw Patrol peripheral souvenirs, Paw Patrol toys and snacks, dolls, etc... It can also make people return with full load. 📍Location: No. 159, Baiyin Road, Jiading New City 🅿️Parking: 4 hours free

Shanghai Poly Theatre is located at No. 159 Baiyin Road, Jiading District, Shanghai. Construction began in 2010 and it was officially put into use on September 30, 2014. The total construction area of ​​Shanghai Poly Theater is 54,934 square meters, with 1 underground floor and 6 above-ground floors. The total underground area is 20,064 square meters, the total above-ground area is 34,870 square meters, the building height is 34.1 meters, and it has a 1,600-seat theater, a 400-seat multi-purpose hall and two outdoor theaters. In the Shanghai Poly Theater building, natural elements such as water, wind, and light blend and weave in a simple geometric space, creating layers of light and shadow. As the first large-scale cultural facility project designed by Tadao Ando in China, the Shanghai Poly Theater combines international cutting-edge architectural trends with traditional humanistic aesthetics to create a public art exchange space where nature, architecture, art, and humans can coexist harmoniously and freely.

The Poly Theatre in Jiading is the work of the Japanese architect, Ando Tadao, and the Hyatt Hotel next door. The Jiading Library next door was named "Best Public Library in the World" by the American authoritative magazine which earned the title of the most beautiful library. Once you can punch two red spots at a time, the price is not very high. The shape of the Poly Theatre is square and it seems that it is only a glass shell on the classic clear water concrete wall of An Master. The shape is not eye-catching. But in it, you can feel the complexity and ingenuity of its structure. The square casing has five kaleidoscope structures embedded in it. Numerous straight lines and arcs are intertwined. When the light passes through the middle, a geometrical picture will appear in three dimensions. The theater is built on the waters of Yuanxiang Lake, adding more nature to the works. There is also a man-made pond on the front. In the morning and evening, the shadow of the theater is projected into the pond, using the combination of water and buildings to create light and shadow effects. Very unfortunately, there was no performance on the day we went, and the pool in front of the door was also being cleaned up. So I couldn't see the beauty of the crystal box under the night. Jiading Library has attracted a large number of punchers since it became popular. When it comes to taking pictures, the library almost loses its proper function. Finally, it is unreasonable to announce that no photos are allowed in the library. Only finally restored the tranquility of the library. It seems that it is not reasonable, but it is really helpless. Although these two places are already Jiading's net red punch card points, but the usual tourists are not too many, you don't have to rack your brains to find ways to avoid crowds, large pieces can be fixed in minutes.